US probes 73,000 Chevrolet Volt cars over loss of power, issues restarting

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warns the battery issue could pose a safety risk if affected Chevrolet Volt hybrids stall and can't be restarted.

Honda recalls more than 300K vehicles over missing seat belt piece

Honda says the pretensioners — which tighten seat belts in place upon impact — may be missing a rivet. This means passengers may not be properly restrained in a crash.

US electric vehicle sales to hit record this year, but still lag behind China and Germany

Electric vehicle sales are expected to hit a record 9% of all passenger vehicles in the U.S. this year, according to Atlas Public Policy. That will be up from 7.3% of new car sales in 2022.

Amazon starting online car sales soon: Here's how it works

Amazon's partnership with Hyundai will allow customers to purchase a new car on Amazon for the first time.

The best-selling car in America is going hybrid-only

Toyota's announcement comes after a recent analysis of more than 1 million vehicles found that hybrid vehicles and trucks hold their value the best.

These cars lose their value faster than any type of vehicle, study finds

All vehicles are holding their value better today than they were before the pandemic, but some cars have a notably higher depreciation rate than others.

Cruise suspends driverless vehicle operations in Texas

Cruise is suspending all of its driverless vehicle operations in Texas. This includes Austin, where 125 autonomous vehicles were driving on roads.

US automakers lay off hundreds more workers as UAW strike's ripple effects grow

The United Auto Workers strike against Detroit's Big Three continues to hit production at the automakers, leading Ford, General Motors and Stellantis to each lay off more workers this week.

South Carolina auto mechanics find 8-foot albino boa constrictor in engine: 'Is someone missing their pet?'

Auto mechanics in South Carolina made a startling discovery when they opened the hood of a vehicle brought in for a check engine light issue. Inside, they found an unexpected passenger—an 8-foot albino boa constrictor.

Irving police investigating vehicle vandalism at Las Colinas apartment complex

Irving police are investigating a number of reports of vehicles being vandalized in a Las Colinas apartment complex. Police say at least one vehicle was stolen this week. Residents are worried about their safety.

Carmakers fail privacy test, give owners little or no control of personal data they collect

Multiple automakers say they can sell your personal data. Half will share your information with the government or law enforcement in response to a "request," as opposed to requiring a court order.

Say goodbye to these cars after 2023, Edmunds says

These cars can make for a good value because they're likely to be discounted or potentially become a high-value classic.

Options for new cars under $20,000 limited to a single choice

Just five years ago, a price-conscious auto shopper in the United States could choose from among a dozen new small cars selling for under $20,000. Now, there’s just one.